SA health system in steep decline as ambulance ramping hits record high

A review found SA's health system worsened from 2022 to 2026. Ambulance ramping reached a record 5,891 hours in August.

Why it mattersRamping delays mean ambulances cannot respond quickly to new emergencies. This puts patients at risk. The review suggests ramping would only be manageable if reduced to pre-COVID levels. That means under 2,000 hours per month.

AustraliaSouth Australian patients face longer waits for ambulance care and emergency treatment. The government is pushing the federal government for more aged care beds to ease pressure on hospitals.

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